Chapter 541: Mr. Du makes his move, stirring up opposition everywhere with action 2
"When someone targets the President, those hidden figures would surely be restless and bound to come forward. After all, you represent the center of power, and an attack on you signifies that their time is running out. Besides, in two years, the Hil civilization will mount a major offensive, leaving Green Star with not much time left..." Duge smiled, "The most crucial thing is, you’re not much harmed, are you?"
"So, that’s your purpose?" The President turned up his mouth as if his cheeks were still in pain, "You aren’t worried that I, out of humiliation, will simply order your elimination?"
"Mr. President, I too have governed a nation. Those in power, if they are capable, would just act without wasting words," Duge shook his head, smiling, "Besides, it wasn’t me who hit you, you can’t blame everything on me!"
When Duge mentioned his experience governing a nation, Nalan Li gave him a surprised glance but then saw him shamelessly deny his own misdeeds and subconsciously turned her head away, too embarrassed to look at him.
"Lin Hong, you could have just told me if you had any thoughts; I could have played along, there was no need to actually hit me," the President said, "I too have my pride."
"You didn’t tell me when you sent Gu Qingyan to my side!" Duge laughed, "Anything staged will ultimately be fake, and anything fake can be spotted for flaws. For the sake of our entire civilization, sacrificing a bit of personal image is not a big deal."
A moment of silence.
The President moved on from the topic: "Lin Hong, I want to know what your ultimate goal is. Are you aiming for the top three?"
"Mr. President, securing the top three is a must," Duge nodded, "But what I said about helping Green Star defeat the Hil civilization is also true. Having been through several Alien Battlefield experiences, I’m feeling somewhat tired and want to rest in this world for a while, therefore, I aim to create a peaceful and stable environment."
"What do you plan to do next?" the President asked.